| Year:
1959
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GENERAL
Make:
Harley-Davidson
Model:
Sportster XLH
Retail New:
$1,200
Retail Current:
$6,600-$11,000
|
CHASSIS
Frame:
Tubular cradle
Wheelbase:
1,448mm (57in)
Seat Height:
Front Tire:
3.5in x 18in
Rear Tire:
4.0in x 18in
Front Brakes:
203mm (8in) single-leading-show-drum
Rear Brakes:
203mm (8in) single-leading-show-drum
Front Suspension:
Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension:
Twin shock absorbers, adjustable preload
Instrumentation:
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ENGINE
Engine Type:
45-degree V-twin
Engine Displacement:
883cc
Bore x Stroke:
76mm x 97mm
Valve Train:
Valves per Cylinder:
Valve Adjustment:
Compression:
9:1
Carburetion:
Single Linkert
Ignition:
Coil and breaker points
Starting System:
Lubrication:
Cooling System:
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WEIGHT AND FUEL ECONOMY
Dry Weight:
225kg (595lb)
Wet Weight:
Load Capacity:
GVWR:
Fuel Capacity:
16.7ltr (4.4gal)
Average MPG:
40-50
Gallons to Reserve:
Range to Reserve:
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TRANSMISSION
Clutch:
Number of Gears:
4
Final Drive:
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PERFORMANCE
Charging Output:
Battery:
6v
Power:
40hp @ 5,500rpm
Torque:
Top Speed:
115mph
RPM @ 60:
Standing 1/4:
0-60:
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